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CVE-2008-1687

UnknownEPSS 2.45%

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CVE-2008-1687 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The (1) maketemp and (2) mkstemp builtin functions in GNU m4 before 1.4.11 do not quote their output when a file is created, which might allow context-dependent attackers to trigger a macro expansion, leading to unspecified use of an incorrect filename.. EPSS estimates a 2.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The (1) maketemp and (2) mkstemp builtin functions in GNU m4 before 1.4.11 do not quote their output when a file is created, which might allow context-dependent attackers to trigger a macro expansion, leading to unspecified use of an incorrect filename.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.45%

82.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GnuM4<= 1.4.10

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1687?
The (1) maketemp and (2) mkstemp builtin functions in GNU m4 before 1.4.11 do not quote their output when a file is created, which might allow context-dependent attackers to trigger a macro expansion, leading to unspecified use of an incorrect filename.
How severe is CVE-2008-1687?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1687 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1687?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST